Flag of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
Flag NameFlag of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
Country NameSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2GS
Date Adopted1985-10-03
Adoption Statusofficial
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary ColorsBlue, Red, White, Gold, Green, Brown, Black
Symbolism DescriptionThe blue field represents the sea and the territory's connection to the United Kingdom. The Union Jack in the canton signifies its status as a British Overseas Territory. The coat of arms in the fly features a shield divided per fess wavy (horizontally wavy line). The upper part of the shield is blue, charged with a golden torch and a six-pointed star, symbolizing discovery and exploration. The lower part is argent (silver/white) and azure (blue) lozengy (diamond pattern), representing the icebergs and glaciers of the islands. The supporters are a fur seal and a macaroni penguin, depicting the abundant native wildlife. The crest shows a reindeer, representing the introduced herds (which have since been eradicated). The motto on the scroll reads "Leo Terram Propriam Protegat", meaning "Let the Lion Protect its Own Land."
Symbolism Categoriesnature
Has Coat of Armstrue
Canton DetailsThe Union Jack, composed of the red cross of Saint George (England), the red saltire of Saint Patrick (Northern Ireland), and the white saltire of Saint Andrew (Scotland), all on a blue field.
Related FlagsUnion Jack, Flag of the Falkland Islands, Flags of other British Overseas Territories
Description
A blue ensign featuring the Union Jack in the canton and the coat of arms of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands in the fly.
